India, April 3 -- Measles cases are rising quickly across the state, and the TriCounty Health Department has confirmed that infections have doubled in Daggett, Duchesne, and Uintah counties. As of Wednesday, there are now 56 confirmed cases in the area, up from 23 just last week.

Across the state, the situation is worsening as well. According to the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, 559 people have been infected since the outbreak began. Out of these, 142 cases were reported in just the past three weeks. Due to the growing risk, the University of Utah has warned people about five locations on campus where exposure may have occurred.

Health officials said that they understand that some people may choose not to get vaccinated ...